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Agapito Flores was a Filipino who invented the first FLUORESCENT light bulb. Edward E. Hammer invented the compact fluorescent light bulb only. He did not invent alternating current.
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In the Philippines it is traditional to believe that the fluorescent lamp was invented by Benigno Flores from Cepoc, Cebu City, Philippines. The idea is that the lamp was named after Flores but this is untrue, as is discussed in the First Related Link shown below this answer.
The scientific discoveries and technical developments leading up to the first practical fluorescent lamp occurred over a period of decades in the 19th and early 20th centuries.
As a result, it is difficult to name a single inventor but, if patents mean anything, we could suggest Peter Cooper Hewitt.
Some of those who contributed (in no particular order):
- George Gabriel Stokes
- Heinrich Geissler
- William Crookes
- Daniel McFarlan Moore
- Peter Cooper Hewitt, patented (U.S. patent 889,692) the first Mercury vapor lamp in 1901.
- Edmund Germer
- George Inman
- Richard Thayer.
There is a useful reference on this topic in the Second Related Link shown below this answer.
For more information see the Related Links and the answers to the Related Questions, which are all shown below.
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Is a ballast and a starter the same thing?
No, a ballast and a starter are two different components used in fluorescent lighting systems. A ballast regulates the electrical current to the fluorescent tubes, while a starter initiates the flow of current through the tubes.
What does fluorescent strips mean?
Fluorescent strips typically refer to long, narrow tubes filled with fluorescent gas that produce light when an electrical current passes through them. These strips are commonly used in overhead lighting fixtures in commercial and industrial settings.
What is a graphical representation of alternating current?
The symbol for alternating current is: ~
Does vac stand for volt amp current or volt alternating current?
Vac usually stands for voltage alternating current. It represents the voltage of an alternating current electrical system.
Does current direction matter when lighting a light bulb?
No. In fact, if the light bulb is powered by alternating current (AC), as almost allhousehold lights are, then the current is changingdirection 100 or 120 times asecond anyway.
Who was the inventor of fluorescent lamps and alternating current?
Nicola Tesla invented AC for George Westinghouse. Don't know about the fluorescent lighting, but I prefer Tesla's alternating current and Thomas Edison's incandescent light bulb.
Who invented the fluorescent lamp and alternating current?
reynold harina
Who is the inventor of the fluorescent light and alternating current?
Nikola Tesla.
Is lighting considered alternating or direct current?
DC
Why did Nikola Tesla invent the fluorescent lighting?
Nikola Tesla did not invent fluorescent lighting. The modern fluorescent lamp was actually invented by Peter Cooper Hewitt in the early 20th century. Tesla did, however, make significant contributions to the field of electrical engineering and worked on various technologies including alternating current (AC) electricity and radio communication.
Did Nikola Tesla invented ac current?
During his lifetime, Tesla invented fluorescent lighting, the Tesla induction motor, the Tesla coil, and developed the alternating current (AC) electrical supply system that included a motor and transformer, and 3-phase electricity.
Who invented a Motor with alternating current?
Tesla.
What is the purpose of a ballast in a fluorescent lighting system?
The purpose of a ballast in a fluorescent lighting system is to regulate the electrical current flowing through the fluorescent tube, ensuring that it operates efficiently and produces a steady light output.
Does a fluorescent ballast work in a DC V supply?
No, fluorescent ballasts are designed to work with AC voltage supplies. They require the alternating current to function properly and cannot operate on a direct current (DC) power source.
Who is the original inventor of fluorescent?
'AGIPITO FLORES' IS THE ORIGINAL INVENTOR OF THE fluorescent....He is a Filipino...and his invention buy the General Electric company known as "GE"...
What has the author K Y Tang written?
K. Y. Tang has written: 'A method of predicting illumination from light courts' -- subject(s): Lighting 'Alternating-current circuits' -- subject(s): Alternating Electric currents, Alternating current, Electric circuits
When did Tesla invent fluorescent lights?
In 1859 Alexandre E. Becquerel discovered them. People keep claiming Tesla but ... nope. Not even close. He'd write about the phenomenon in 1886 but it was well known and documented by then already.
